Lifeguard - Ohakea
- Training and development opportunities available
- Make a real difference every day
- Join a supportive team
For more than 30 years, PAE has proudly partnered with the New Zealand Defence Force, delivering facilities and asset management services that keep critical Defence environments operating safely and efficiently. This long-standing relationship reflects the trust placed in us every day and the high standards we bring to our work.
As a proudly iwi-owned organisation, we recognise our responsibility as kaitiaki, guardians of the environments and communities we support. We are committed to building strong relationships founded on respect, integrity, and manaakitanga.
We are seeking a motivated Lifeguard to join our team supporting an NZDF facility in Ohakea.
Whether you're already an experienced lifeguard or a confident swimmer looking to build your skills and qualifications, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team where safety, service, and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. Training support may be available to help you gain industry-recognised lifeguard and first aid qualifications.
As a Lifeguard, you'll play a vital role in ensuring all pool users enjoy a safe, welcoming, and positive experience while helping maintain high operational and safety standards across the facility.
About the Role
As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for monitoring pool activities, identifying and managing risks, and responding appropriately to incidents when required. You'll help maintain a safe environment for pool users while ensuring the facility remains clean, well-presented, and operating to required standards.
Working closely with both PAE and NZDF personnel, you'll contribute to the day-to-day operation of the facility, providing excellent customer service while ensuring compliance with pool safety procedures, regulations, and health and safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor swimming activities and maintain a safe environment for all pool users
- Maintain a high level of vigilance, alertness, and situational awareness
- Supervise activities to ensure compliance with PoolSafe policies and facility rules
- Identify and assess risks and take proactive action to prevent incidents
- Respond to emergencies and provide assistance when required
- Maintain pool cleanliness and monitor water quality standards
- Complete routine housekeeping and cleaning duties throughout the facility
- Report maintenance requirements, damage, hazards, incidents, and near misses
- Control and maintain pool equipment, consumables, and allocated stores
- Welcome visitors and provide professional customer service
- Verify facility access requirements and maintain user registers
- Support health and safety compliance for staff and pool users
- Participate in an on-call roster as required
What You'll Bring
- Previous lifeguard experience would be advantageous, but is not essential
- Confidence in and around water with strong swimming ability
- Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (desirable)
- Current First Aid Qualification (desirable)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent situational awareness and attention to detail
- A proactive approach to safety and risk management
- Resilience, flexibility, and a positive attitude
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
Why Join PAE?
- Opportunity to work in a unique Defence environment
- Training and development opportunities, including support to obtain lifeguard and first aid qualifications
- Meaningful work that contributes to the safety and wellbeing of others
- Stable, long-term employment with a respected NZ organisation
- Supportive team culture focused on safety, service, and continuous improvement
- Work for a proud iwi-owned organisation with strong community values and a commitment to sustainability
About PAE
Run by Kiwis for Kiwis, PAE is one of New Zealand's largest providers of facilities management services. Our purpose is simple: Keeping your world working and moving. We support organisations across New Zealand, including the New Zealand Defence Force, by ensuring their facilities and infrastructure continue to operate effectively every day.
To learn more about this opportunity or request a position description, please contact our People & Culture team at people@pae.co.nz.
Please note: Applications will not be accepted via email. To be considered, please apply through SEEK or the PAE Careers Page.
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